We’re excited to see you September 5-7!

Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to present the 20th anniversary of the Kaleido Family Arts Festival—and it’s going to be our brightest, boldest year yet!

Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival that shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District.

Celebrate the arts and discover music, theatre, dance, street performances, food, artisans, art galleries, markets, and more in alleys, rooftops, parks and on Alberta Avenue. Learn More

We’re excited to see you September 5-7!

Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to present the 20th anniversary of the Kaleido Family Arts Festival—and it’s going to be our brightest, boldest year yet!

Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival that shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District.

Celebrate the arts and discover music, theatre, dance, street performances, food, artisans, art galleries, markets, and more in alleys, rooftops, parks and on Alberta Avenue. Learn More

We’re excited to see you September 5-7!

Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to present the 20th anniversary of the Kaleido Family Arts Festival—and it’s going to be our brightest, boldest year yet!

Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival that shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District.

Celebrate the arts and discover music, theatre, dance, street performances, food, artisans, art galleries, markets, and more in alleys, rooftops, parks and on Alberta Avenue. Learn More

Kaleido Family Arts Festival returns to the Ave on September 5-7, 2025!

Already registered to volunteer? Curious about what it’s like to volunteer at the Kaleido Family Arts Festival? Come to our Volunteer Orientation Dinner! Speak with crew leads about volunteer responsibilities, learn about different positions, sign up for shifts, and enjoy a delicious meal!

Register to save your seat and have your $ 5 deposit returned upon arrival.

Due to the smaller venue, we kindly ask that you choose ONE of our two seatings:

September 2nd at 5:00 pm
September 2nd at 7:00 pm

📍Alberta Avenue Community League (9210 118 Ave)

Not yet registered to volunteer? You can sign up online at: https://www.kaleidofest.ca/volunteer

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Eric Yaremko – August 29

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Eric Yaremko is a Ukrainian-Canadian musician from Edmonton Alberta. A pianist of 23 years with a background in classical music, he is also a singer and guitar player, a songwriter, performer, and co-writer. Eric's sound oscillates across many genres including folk, pop, classical, traditional Irish, Ukrainian pop and R&B. With a voice that is raw, gentle, powerful and smooth, his performances evoke the spirits of his ancestors and move the hearts of those listening. Influenced and inspired by the works of Stevie Nicks, Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Jamala and Ms. Lauryn Hill, Eric has been performing around Edmonton since 2016 and has performed in Ireland, Norway and Los Angeles. He has provided harmonies and piano on recorded songs for Edmonton artists Tayler Grace and Mint Club, and was including as a backing artist in the School of Song at Edmonton's 46th Folk Music Festival this year.

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Help support Arts on the Ave! Learn more about our programs and initiatives and support our crowdfunding campaign! https://www.artsontheave.org

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Addi John – August 22

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Addi John is a Canadian-based artist with a big heart. Addi creates music for the hopeful, the adventurers, the people who want more from life. Addi's strong songwriting can be seen from his large collection of a variety of songs. From intimate finger-picking songs to full-blown rock bangers, you want to scream with your friends on a road trip. Addi ensures that the songs he is writing or co-writing always capture the essence of who we really are underneath everything else. After years of touring with his former project “Lost in Japan”, a multi-award-winning band with millions of streams, Addi John started self-producing his songs. His minimalist approach to producing and songwriting portrays a familiar feeling that makes listeners instantly connect with his songs.

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Every Third Thursday of the month | 7:00 pm

Flow into The Carrot tonight for our Hip Hop Showcase. Develop and showcase your skills in the arts of rhythm and rhyme!

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!

Participate in a relaxed conversation with Edmonton Police Beat Officers City of Edmonton Bylaw, other special guests and neighbours! Free food & beverage provided.

Sketch Night at the Carrot - August 19

Looking for a supportive space to create art? Mingle with like-minded artists for a sketching session where you can work on projects, discuss new ideas, and unleash your creativity. Don’t forget to bring your own supplies and get ready to dive into the world of art with us!

Admission by donation!

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Bianca Berkland – August 15

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Bianca Berkland is an exceptionally talented performer, singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist of Piano, Guitar and Ukulele. With 10.9k followers on Instagram. Bianca is a powerhouse vocalist that performs from every genre pop, country, rock, jazz, soul and originals. Her song Black Bird was a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition as well as Top 3 Best Music video in the Gonzo Awards.

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Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
94 Street & 118 Avenue (Beside The Carrot)
Tickets $15

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

August 14 | Funk the Matriarchy

Funk the Matriarchy is a high-energy 7-piece band on a mission to spotlight women in funk, soul, and R&B. Mixing chart-topping female hits and some hidden gems women artists, they fuse danceable grooves with a message of equality and celebration. Featuring members of King Muskafa, Second Hand Dreamcar, The Superband, Hi-Phoniqs, and Mocking Shadows, they’ll have you groovin’ all night and funkin’ it to the man!

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!

Do you find yourself constantly rhyming? Do you like to read and write poetry? Come share at our open mic style poetry night.

August Gallery: Off the Deep End - A Group Exhibition by the Nina Collective

Gallery Exhibition Date: August 4 - August 30, 2025
Opening Reception: Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The Carrot

Dive into an underwater world of mystery with Off the Deep End, a captivating group exhibition by the Nina Collective. Inspired by the fascinating creatures and hidden corners of the deep sea, this mixed media show features both brand-new creations and cherished gems from the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts archive.

Celebrate the Nina’s artistry and unique perspective with us! Each piece in the gallery is available for purchase—bringing a glimpse of their creative vision into your home.

Kaleido Family Arts Festival returns to the Ave on September 5-7, 2025!

Curious about what it’s like to volunteer at the Kaleido Family Arts Festival? Come to one of our upcoming volunteer parties at St. Faith's Park (11714 92 Street) for the full scoop and sign-up to be part of building community through the arts.

Register to hold your spot and have your $ 5 deposit returned upon arrival.

August 11th at 6:00 pm

Bring your friends! Receive an extra entry for a Door Prize for each friend you bring who signs up to volunteer! You can also sign up to volunteer online at

https://www.kaleidofest.ca/volunteer

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Stevon and Kayla – August 8

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Stevon and Kayla Artis are a husband and wife American/Canadian, multi-instrumentalists, songwriting duo. Stevon and Kayla each come from musical families, performing at young ages in their respective family bands, music has always been a family affair. They perform music that speaks to fans across the musical spectrum. Their eclectic original material ranges from Folk, Roots, Rock, Reggae, Blues, Country & more. At times their music is reminiscent of Hendrix, Carey Underwood or Springsteen. They are joined by their amazing group of friends (The Heavenly Band) to complete their 5 piece when things get extra crazy, fun and a Marshall gets turned up to 10!

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Help support Arts on the Ave! Learn more about our programs and initiatives and support our crowdfunding campaign! https://www.artsontheave.org

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Crossing MacKenzie – August 1

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

Crossing MacKenzie is an Edmonton based Canadiana folk trio that blends their long standing roots in the Celtic music tradition with heartfelt songwriting and blazing acoustic melodies.

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Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Avenue (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

July 31 | Jeremiah McDade

Jeremiah McDade is a Juno Award–winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger. A graduate of McGill’s Jazz Performance program, he tours internationally with his group The McDades and has appeared on numerous acclaimed recordings and film scores. He has performed as a soloist with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and he performs regularly with big bands in Alberta including the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and the Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble. Jeremiah also teaches saxophone, violin, and world wind instruments privately and at MacEwan University.

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Hannah Goa – July 25

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages 🎶

 Hannah draws on Bluegrass and Appalachian fiddle styles to bring new energy and depth to traditional songs, blending lyrics, rhythmic backup, and harmony parts with both subtlety and power. Her 19th-century Saxon fiddle, Sara, lends a warm, expressive voice—sweet when needed, gritty when called upon—and has shared her sound in barns, kitchens, and concert halls alike. Together, Hannah and Sara form the heart of Hannah-Sara, a project rooted in tradition and full of life. They’re joined by longtime collaborators Amber-Lynn Yourk on mandolin (Crooked Path, Sadie’s Ghost, Amerada Road), Michelle Bohning on guitar (Burls on Gourbon), and Pamela Mae on upright bass (Scott Cook and Pamela Mae, The Strawflowers), creating a rich, dynamic sound shaped by years of shared musical connection.

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Help support Arts on the Ave! Learn more about our programs and initiatives and support our crowdfunding campaign! https://www.artsontheave.org

Thursday Mornings • 11 am - 1 pm

Join Bill Werthman and his crew of merry muses every Thursday morning from 11 am to 1 pm at The Carrot, where they perform a jam session inside the coffeehouse, free for everyone to come and listen! Toast and jam are available for purchase. See you then!